Easy No Mayo Coleslaw with Greek Yogurt Dressing
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This no mayo coleslaw with Greek yogurt dressing is creamy, tangy, and comes together in about 5 minutes. Just swap out mayo for nonfat Greek yogurt to keep it lower calorie and low fat, just 38 calories per serving with 0 grams of fat, but still has the creaminess of great coleslaw. It’s the side dish I bring to every BBQ, potluck, and cookout because it travels well, feeds a crowd, and always gets compliments. WW friendly, has protein, and macro-tracker approved too.
My trick for any potluck is to bring something I actually want to eat, so that I’m not stuck picking around food that doesn’t work for me. This coleslaw fits that perfectly, and it has protein. It’s low calorie and high protein I can pile it on my plate, it pairs with almost anything from the grill, and it takes less than 5 minutes to throw together. When the main dish is already a lot of work, easy side dishes are everything.
One of my favorite “tricks” to a healthy lifestyle or WW and potluck dinners/potluck BBQs is to ensure I take something I like.
No Mayo Coleslaw Ingredients:
No Mayo Coleslaw Dressing Ingredients:
**Agave syrup could also be used in place of the honey if you want to lower the points but it may affect the taste of the coleslaw.**
how to make coleslaw
In a large bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, the honey, and the apple cider vinegar. I used a small whisk to make sure that everything combined smoothly to make a creamy coleslaw mixture.
To get the lowest WW Points and calories you will want to use the nonfat greek yogurt, other yogurts will be lower point value then mayo but the zero fat will add no points.
Once the Coleslaw dressing has been mixed, mix in the dry coleslaw mix. I did this by adding half the bag of coleslaw and mixing it with the dressing, then adding the other half.
If you choose to use a head of cabbage, you will need to shred it and the carrots and purple cabbage either with a food processor or a knife.
Once well mixed you can serve or store in the fridge before serving.
Tips From A Former KFC Manager
Fun fact: I worked for KFC as a general manager from 2005-2008, where I made the KFC Coleslaw daily. The employees wore gloves up to their elbows to mix the dry cabbage mix with the premixed dressing. You could easily tell the pockets of dry coleslaw apart.
Additionally, they allow their coleslaw to be prepared up to 6 hours in advance before serving or overnight. They then package into containers or pans for the line.
How To Store Weight Watchers coleslaw with Greek yogurt
Store the coleslaw in the fridge in an airtight container for 3-5 days. The liquid from the creamy dressing will settle at the bottom, so be sure to stir well before serving or transferring it to a serving dish, such as a large bowl or a big bowl.
Macros For No Mayo Coleslaw
When made according to the recipe card, the macros are 38 calories, 8 grams of carbs, 0 grams of fat, and 2 grams of protein.
I calculated this information using a third-party tool and are meant to be a helpful reference only. Actual values will vary based on the specific ingredients, brands, and portion sizes you use.
Weight Watchers Points Breakdown for WW Coleslaw
The only ingredient with points is the honey! You can decrease the amount or use another substitute to lower the points. As with any recipe, manually calculate your points and serving sizes, as many brands will vary in points.
Mixins For Coleslaw
Even though this coleslaw is made with simple ingredients, adding a few simple add-ins can take the flavor to the next level. Ensure that the add-ins don’t have a Weight Watchers Point value, as this will alter the points per serving.
- Diced Apple Chunks
- Dijon Mustard
- Red Onion
- Lemon Juice
- Rice Vinegar
- Champagne Vinegar
Seasonings To Add To Skinny Coleslaw Dressing
Extra seasonings can be a simple yet effective ingredient to add to a recipe, but they can significantly alter the flavor of the coleslaw when mixed into the homemade coleslaw dressing.
No Mayo Coleslaw Recipe
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 16 Ounce Dry Coleslaw Mix
Coleslaw Dressing Ingredients
- 1/2 Cup Zero Fat Greek Yogurt
- 1 1/2 Tablespoon Honey
- 1 1/2 Tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar
Instructions
- In a large bowl combine together the Greek yogurt, the honey, and the apple cider vinegar.
- Once the Coleslaw dressing has been mixed completely mix in the dry coleslaw mix.
- If you choose to use a head of cabbage you will need to shred it and the carrots and purple cabbage either with a food processor or a knife.
- Once well mixed you can serve or store in the fridge before serving.
I will definitely be trying this!
This was terrific! I added a sprinkle of celery salt too. I’ll have to try more Greek yogurt in place of mayo.
Excellent thanks for the recipe !